Ilex verticillata Part ShadeWinterberry (Ilex verticillata) Holly Family Winterberry Holly is a deciduous holly native to wetlands, floodplains, and moist thickets throughout eastern North America. This multi stemmed shrub typically grows 610 feet tall and wide, with smooth, dark green leaves that drop in fall to reveal dense clusters of bright red berries that persist into winter. As a dioecious species, both male and female plants are required for fruit set, with one male able
from pure white to soft pink
maple-shaped leaves are dense and highly attractive
and may go dormant soon after
This species thrives in full sun and average to moist soils and is tolerant of occasional drought once established
Rose Family
Toxic foliage is eaten by the Pipevine Swallowtail caterpillar
Exposure: Part sun-Part shade
such as tidal or coastal zones
but will produce more fruit if another blueberry variety is planted nearby
lobed leaves that have a shimmery quality when first emergingHeight: 6-12”Space: 1-3’Soil: Average-Moist
nectar-rich flowers also attract native bees and other beneficial insects in spring
*Rain water or reverse osmosis filtered water only
